7 The cooker with gas oven A. Tray for Catching Overflows B. Gas Burner D. Top Grate E. Control Panel F. Adjustable Feet or Legs G. Dripping Pan or Baking Sheet J. Flame Failure Device for Cooktop Burners K. Oven Rack M. Oven Control Knob N. Control Knobs for Gas Burners on Hob MN J A B E D K G F The different functions and uses of the oven The various functions included in the cooker are selected by operating the control devices located on the cooker control panel. Control Knobs for the Gas Burners on the Hob (N) The position of the gas burner controlled by each one of the knobs is shown by a symbol of a solid ring:•. To light one of the burners, hold a lighted match or lighter near the burner. Press down and turn the corresponding knob in the counter-clockwise direction to the maximum Esetting. Each burner can be operated at its maximum, minimum or intermediate power. Shown on the knob are the different symbols for off •(the knob is on this setting when the symbol lines up with the reference mark on the control panel), for maximum Eand minimum . To obtain these settings, turn the knob counter-clockwise with respect to the off position.To turn off the burner, turn the knob clockwise until it stops (corresponding again with the •symbol). Models with Hob Gas Burner Safety Devices to Prevent Leaks (only on certain models) These models can be identified by the presence of the device itself (see detail J). Important: Since the hob burners are equipped with a safety device, you must hold the control knob in for about 6 seconds after the burner has been lighted to allow the gas to pass until the safety thermocouple has heated. Attention: before using the oven and grill for the first time, turn the oven on for approximately one half hour. Make sure that the oven is empty, the thermostat on high, the door open, and the room properly ventilated. The odor which can be detected at times is due to the evaporation off the substances used to protect the oven and the grill during the period between the time of production and installation of the appliance. Attention: Only use the bottom shelf of the oven when using the rotisserie to cook (where present). For all other types of cooking, never use the bottom shelf and never place anything on the bottom of the oven when it is in operation because this could damage the enamel. Always place your cookware (dishes, aluminium foil, etc. etc.) on the grate provided with the appliance inserted especially along the oven guides. Oven Control Knob(M) To light the oven burner, apply a lighted match or a lighter to hole and while pressing in all the way set the oven knob on maximum E. F The burner can be used at maximum or intermediate settings. These settings, maximum Eand minimum . are indicated on the knob, plus off, identified by the symbol • and operative when this symbol points to the notch. For the minimum to maximum settings turn the knob counter clockwise from “Off”. 8 To turn off the burner, turn the knob clockwise until it stops (corresponding again with setting •). Important Notice: In the event the flame for the oven accidentally goes out, turn the control knob for the burner to the off position and do not relight the burner for at least one minute. Attention Avoid the children touch the oven door because it is very hot during the cooking. Storage recess below the oven (only a few models) Below the oven a recess can be used to contain cooking pans and cooker accessories. Moreover, during oven operation, it may be used to keep food warm.To open the storage is necessary turn it downwards. Caution: this storage recess must not be used to store inflammable materials. Practical advice for burner use In order to get the maximum yield it is important to remember the following: . Use appropriate cookware for each burner (see table) so as to avoid flames overshooting the edges. . At boiling point turn the knob to minimum. . Use cookware with lids. . Always use cookware with flat bottoms. Burner o Cookware diameter (cm) Fast (R) 24 - 26 Semi Fast (S) 16 - 20 Auxiliary (A) 10 - 14 Cooking advice The oven offers a wide range of alternatives which allow you to cook any type of food in the best possible way.With time you will learn to make the best use of this versatile cooking appliance and the following directions are only a guideline which may be varied according to your own personal experience. Baking cakes The oven should always be warm before putting in cakes wait till the end of preheating (about 10-15 min.). Cake- baking temperatures are normally around 160°C/200°C. Do not open the oven door during the baking process as this could cause the cake to sink.In general: Pastry is too dry Increase the temperature by 10°C and reduce the cooking time. Pastry dropped Use less liquid or lower the temperature by 10°C. Pastry is too dark on top Place it on a lower rack, lower the temperature, and increase the cooking time. Cooked well on the inside but sticky on the outside Use less liquid, l...